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Writing a birth plan
All women are encouraged to write a birth plan during their pregnancy, so that everyone involved can clearly understand what kind of birth they desire.
Bathing your newborn
Most moms feel a little
apprehensive when bathing their newborns for the first time because newborns
are small, fragile and very slippery when wet. When you’re at the hospital, a
nurse will give yo . . .
Diapers
Now you’re a mom diapers are going to play a big part in your day-to-day life! Your first big diaper debate will be over whether to use disposables or cloth diapers.
Some parents decide to use both: . . .
Boy or girl
There are many old wives tales on how to concieve a girl or a boy. Though they may be theories, the relation between when you ovulate and try to conceive may affect which gender of child you conceive.
Could I be expecting twins?
The thought of a multiple birth pregnancy is very exciting. Over the last thirty years multiple births have been on the rise...
Domestic violence in pregnancy
For many women, pregnancy is a time of great happiness – but unfortunately, at least 300,000 pregnant women a year are subjected to some degree of domestic violence.
Domestic violence during . . .
Creating a safe sleeping environment
Sudden
infant death syndrome (SIDS), also referred to as crib
death, is a terrible phenomenon whereby babies die suddenly (usually while
sleeping) for no obvious reason. Although SIDS rates have fa . . .
When can an ultrasound scan detect
As early as your 12 weeks scan will reveal whether or not you are carrying twins or multiples.
Can the ultrasound detect which sex my
At the 18-20 week mark the sex of your baby can be revealed by an ultrasound.
Prenatal scans
You’ll
likely be offered an ultrasound scan to check that your baby is developing
normally. Most parents relish the opportunity to see their baby on the screen
in front of them, and fathers especia . . .